After President N.W.’s opening speech, he introduced two female guests. It was Ms. A. A., who participated from TMC of India, and Ms. N. T., who participated for the first time in TMC. TMOE was TM E. S.. After her greeting, she asked to explain the role introduction to each person in charge. Tonight’s Word of the Evening was introduced by TM J.S.. It was “Movement”. She said we can move virtually under the Corona Pandemic.
【Prepared Speech Session】
We had three prepared speeches in English this evening;
1. Toast Master S. A.
Project: L1 Ice breaker
Speech title: “Why I joined Toastmasters”
At first, he had a self-introduction. His hobbies are playing football, traveling, and eating. His ambition is to work globally at his company. That’s why he joined this club to improve his English. He declared three wonderful points as shown on follows: Work on pathway quickly and continuously; Deliver attractive presentations; Keep studying English over two hours every day.
(Evaluator)
Toast Master K. O., as his evaluator, commented plainly on TM S. A.'s speech with the following three good points and two pieces of advice.
Good points: 1. Suitable content for ice break 2. Wonderful declaration to achieve the goal; 3. good sense of humor
Advice points: 1. Speak more enthusiastically 2. Let’s enjoy TMC, not just joining
2.Toast Master Y. U.
Project: L3 Creating Effective Visual Aids
Speech title: “Brand New Style!!”
With the Corona Pandemic, online meetings have become more popular with us. We're using ZOOM at this club. He introduced new innovative tools “mmhmm” which is a presentation software and “AR presentations” with a virtual 3D material. He showed a demo using their software skillfully and encouraged us to use them soon.
(Evaluator)
Toast Master Y.O., as his evaluator, commented plainly on TM Y.U.'s speech with the following three good points and two pieces of advice.
Good points:1. Show many different faces 2. Latest information on innovative software
3. Wonderful visual aids
Advice points: 1. How to apply these tools in our club 2. More body language
3. Toast Master N.G.
Project: L3 Know Your Sense of Humor
Speech title: "Why English is Crazy"
He introduced the history of English itself. English started in the 6th century. Britain had an abundance of mineral resources, so many countries invaded and were influenced by its language (German, Latin, and French, etc.). The English language was influenced by other languages as the country, England, decided to go out and colonize other countries. Even now, the language is widely used in technology and is influenced by it, like science, art, and entertainment. So, he encourages the members to embrace the language more.
(Evaluator)
Toast Master K.T. as his evaluator, commented plainly on TM N. G.'s speech with the following three good points and one advice.
Good points: 1. Professional visual aids 2. Very smooth delivery
3. Educational content about the history of English
Advice point: Speak more slowly
(TM K.T.’s Evaluator)
Toast Master N.S.: He is an evaluator of TM K. T.’s comment as TM N.G.’s evaluator.
Good point: Nice comments for TM N.G.’s three good points of his speech
Advice point: Need to improve points more clearly
【Table Topic Session】
TM A.B. was a Table topic master. She asked the members what makes them happy or joyful in their daily lives.
1. Your favorite things or places in your house. TM A.A.: Her private room with window 2. What things do you like to collect? TM H.K.: Buddhism books
TM N.T.: Postcards in foreign countries etc.
3.What kind of food or drink do you enjoy recently? TM N.W.: Pocari Sweat after golf
TM Y.H.: Kaiten-sushi
4.Share us goods makes you happier or comfortable. TM J. S.: Triggerpoint
【Award Presentation】
Tonight’s Awards went to the following Toast Masters. Congratulations!
- Best Prepared Speaker: TM N. G.
- Best Table Topic Speaker: TM A. A.
- Best Evaluator: TM K. O. and TM K.T.
【Additional Information】 by President N.W.
*The regular contract meeting in Area 45 will be held at Chiyoda Sports Center and via ZOOM on September 26(Sat). We are looking for one speaker and one evaluator from our club. Please feel free to raise your hand.
*Voice from the members on our club’ HP was updated recently. Please read them.